Can Learningrx use advertising developed by a franchisee for the use of all franchisees without compensation?

According to Learningrx's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees may develop advertising materials for their own use, bearing the cost themselves. However, Learningrx must provide written approval of these materials within 15 days of receipt. Learningrx retains the right to use advertising developed by a franchisee for the benefit of all franchisees without providing any payment or compensation to the franchisee who created the advertising. This is further detailed in Section 9.03 of the Franchise Agreement.

This policy means that while franchisees have the autonomy to create their own advertising, Learningrx has the right to leverage those materials across the entire franchise system without compensating the originating franchisee. This could be seen as a benefit to the franchise system as a whole, allowing Learningrx to share successful advertising strategies.

However, this also presents a potential risk for franchisees who invest time and resources into developing innovative advertising, as Learningrx can use those ideas without any financial return to the franchisee. Prospective franchisees should consider this policy when deciding whether to invest in developing their own advertising materials, as the benefits of their work may be shared without direct compensation.